Hawaii HB1394 limits the use of restraint and seclusion in medical facilities for minors and vulnerable adults.

Hawaii HB1394 amends Chapter 321 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to restrict the use of restraint and seclusion in medical facilities for minors and vulnerable adults. Restraint or seclusion can only be used when necessary to prevent injury, as part of a treatment plan, or to preserve the rights of others, and only after less intrusive interventions have failed. Restraint cannot be used if it threatens the patient's life, including by restricting breathing.

Hawaii HB1394 limits the use of restraint and seclusion in medical facilities for minors and vulnerable adults.

Hawaii HB1394 amends Chapter 321 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to restrict the use of restraint and seclusion in medical facilities for minors and vulnerable adults. Restraint or seclusion can only be used when necessary to prevent injury, as part of a treatment plan, or to preserve the rights of others, and only after less intrusive interventions have failed. Restraint cannot be used if it threatens the patient's life, including by restricting breathing.